State of Black and Brown Mental Health — Webinar on October 25
Webinar
Use of Voice Controlled Electronic Devices in PCH & ALR Webinar — October 7
On August 31, 2022, the Department of Human Services (DHS) Bureau of Human Services Licensing issued written guidance on the use of voice controlled electronic devices in personal care homes (PCH) and assisted living residences (ALR).
A webinar has been scheduled for October 7, 2022, at 11:00 am that will address the implementation of this written guidance, the responsibilities of PCH and ALR in implementing policies and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance, and the procedures that will be utilized by DHS staff while conducting licensing inspections. The webinar will be conducted by Jeanne Parisi, Bureau Director; Sheila Page, Operations Director; and Joshua Hoover, Training and Professional Development. To participate in this webinar, registration is required.
RCPA Member Foothold Technology Celebrates DSP Recognition Week
Message from RCPA Member Foothold Technology:
It’s DSP Recognition Week! — Check Out Our Kudoboard Thanking DSPs Around the Country & Join Us for a Webinar We Are Sponsoring With NADSP!
It’s DSP Recognition Week! We’re thrilled to celebrate amazing DSPs making a difference in their communities. Each nominee received a special message of gratitude from Foothold along with a Starbucks gift card. Check out our Kudoboard highlighting the stories and nominations we’ve received over the past several weeks. Maybe you’ll recognize someone you know!
Webinar: Recognition, Retention, and Returns: How One Organization Empowers Direct Support Professionals — September 28 at 2:00 pm ET
In this sponsored webinar from Foothold Technology and NADSP, three direct support professionals from The Arc Northern Chesapeake Region and CEO Shawn Kros share the impact of NADSP materials on their organization. This panel discussion will focus on how Arc NCR infused NADSP materials and technology into their daily operations. Shawn Kros will share data on the impact as well as the benefits of doing so in their workforce. The direct support professionals will share how they have been influenced by this cultural shift at the organization and how recognition affects their role. Don’t miss out on this amazing session. Visit here to register!
Registration Opens for October 4 MLTSS Subcommittee Meeting
Registration is now open for the October 4, 2022, Managed Long-Term Services and Supports (MLTSS) Subcommittee meeting. The meeting will be held in person and will also offer participation via webinar. The meeting will take place at the PA Department of Education’s Honors Suite, 333 Market Street in Harrisburg, from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm.
Public comments will be taken after each presentation. Questions can be entered into the chat box during the presentations, and these questions will be asked at the end of each presentation. There will be an additional period at the end of the meeting for any additional public comments. If participants have any concerns about alternative methods for submitting questions or comments during a subcommittee meeting, including options when no internet access is available, please email DHS.
The Department of Human Services (DHS), Office of Long-Term Living (OLTL) is using technology that allows individuals to participate in the webinar and listen through computer speakers instead of participating by dial-in. Dial-in will still be available if you do not choose to participate by webinar, but the number is no longer toll free.
To participate in the meeting via webinar, please register by visiting this link. We encourage those participating by webinar to register early. When registering, please verify that you entered your email address correctly. You will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar if you registered correctly.
Dial-In Number: (914) 614-3221
Access Code: 803310710#
OMHSAS Monthly Stakeholder Call Announced for Sept. 20 at 1:00 pm
Register Today for Upcoming Webinars on Understanding Your Voting Rights & PA’s Rules
Join The Arc of Pennsylvania for two webinars presented by Disability Rights Pennsylvania on understanding disability voter rights and Pennsylvania’s rules. As the 2022 General Election gets closer, it is essential that all people with IDD and their caregivers understand their voting rights and the rules that govern elections here in Pennsylvania. The webinars will cover topics such as:
- Important Election Deadlines;
- Understanding Mail-in and/or Absentee Ballots;
- Returning Mail-In and/or Absentee Ballots;
- Accessibility at the Voting Locations; and
- Other important information!
The first webinar, which is geared towards Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD), will be on Tuesday, September 20, from 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm. Visit HERE to register for this webinar.
The second webinar, which is geared towards Caregivers and Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), will be on Tuesday September 27, from 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm. Visit HERE to register for this webinar.
Both webinars will include closed captioning, and the recordings will be posted to The Arc of PA’s YouTube channel & social media accounts.
Approaches to Reducing Your Healthcare Spend — RCPA Webinar on September 22
DHS Plans Webinar Preparing for End of Public Health Emergency — October 24
The Department of Human Services (DHS) has announced that they are preparing for the end of the federal Public Health Emergency (PHE). Included in this preparation is a webinar planned for October 24, 2022, at 2:30 pm. Register for the webinar at the link below:
https://padhs19.webex.com/padhs19/j.php?RGID=re51d9b2a4909630f736cfdbb2c6a0dad
When the PHE ends, DHS will resume closing Medicaid cases for ineligible recipients. DHS has stressed that they want all recipients that remain eligible to keep their coverage and complete their renewals in a timely manner. Providers can assist by making sure that they are prepared to aid the individuals to complete their renewal when it is due, now and after the PHE ends.
IPRC Webinar: Trauma-Informed Care for Trans and Gender Diverse Youth
Thursday, October 27, 2022
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm EDT, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm CDT
10:00 am – 11:00 am MDT, 9:00 am – 10:00 am PD
Tabi Evans, PsyD
Speaker Bio:
Tabi Evans, PsyD, (they/them) is a Pediatric Psychology Fellow working in Critical Care at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, where they provide consultation to patients in a critical care/medical trauma setting and outpatient therapy to children, teens, and their families. Additionally, Tabi is an educator for other medical and psychology providers, with a focus on providing trauma-informed care when working with transgender and non-binary youth and their families.
Objectives:
During this session, the learner will:
- Gain a basic understanding of trauma, trauma-informed care, and unique trauma risk factors for trans and gender diverse youth;
- Provide examples of trauma-informed care for diverse patients;
- Learn clinical practice skills (affirming language, balancing family/patient dynamics, providing appropriate referrals, etc.) to improve care for gender diverse youth; and
- Practice identifying potentially traumatic stimuli for gender-diverse patients within a medical/therapeutic setting.
Audience: This webinar is intended for all members of the rehabilitation team, including medical staff, nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech language pathologists, licensed psychologists, mental health professionals, and other interested professionals.
Level: Intermediate
Certificate of Attendance: Certificates of attendance are available for all attendees. No CEs are provided for this course.
Registration: Registration is complimentary for members of IPRC/RCPA. Registration fee for non-members is $179. Not a member yet? Consider joining today. Multiple registrations per organization are permitted.
Reminder: Free Employment Services Webinars in September
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